This IDC study provides a top-line analysis of our most recent traditional PC forecast as well as select regional-, segment-, and product-level highlights."Post component and inventory adjustments, the market reflected signs of stabilization in the third quarter of the year," stated Neha Mahajan, senior research analyst, Devices and Displays, IDC. "Gains in emerging economies along with increased commercial replacements do offer an upside potential. However, our outlook remains cautious as we enter 2018."

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Drivers

Windows 10 Migration

Chromebooks

PCaaS

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